Program Manager - Energy & Power
About The Position
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Your impact Our People & Places Solutions business - reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do - the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology - we're integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow. Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed today and into tomorrow. Jacobs is seeking a Program Manager to support the delivery of major capital infrastructure programs within the Energy Transition space. This role is located in the United States with occasional domestic travel. You'll focus on implementing program management strategies in collaboration with Program Directors and cross-functional teams, helping to drive performance, ensure alignment with client objectives, and contribute to Jacobs' mission of creating a more sustainable future. You will manage programs of varying complexity, applying industry best practices and Jacobs' established procedures. Your work will be instrumental in supporting the growth of Jacobs' Energy Transition portfolio across the U.S., with a focus on execution, coordination, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Significant experience in managing Energy Transition capital projects/programs, ideally with exposure to infrastructure programs valued at $500M+.
- Proven ability to lead diverse teams and foster a collaborative, high-performance culture.
- Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, including client-facing roles and multi-company environments.
- Solid understanding of program management disciplines: cost, schedule, procurement, risk, change, and design management.
- Experience working in matrixed organizations and contributing to regional growth strategies.
Nice To Haves
- Relationship-focused - Builds trust and cultivates strong client and team relationships.
- Empathetic leader - Motivates and mentors staff, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
- Adaptable - Thrives in dynamic, multi-disciplinary settings and adjusts to evolving client needs.
- Innovative - Encourages creative thinking and continuous improvement in program delivery.
Responsibilities
- Support Program Directors in the delivery of complex infrastructure programs, ensuring alignment with client goals and Jacobs' sustainability values.
- Lead the implementation of program management functions including controls, commercial oversight, design coordination, risk and stakeholder management.
- Manage day-to-day operations of assigned programs, ensuring technical performance, schedule adherence, and budget control.
- Collaborate with internal teams and supply chain partners to foster high-performing, agile delivery environments.
- Contribute to business development activities by identifying opportunities, supporting proposal development, and building client relationships.
- Assist in developing execution plans and innovative delivery approaches for complex capital programs.
- Promote a culture of safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement across all program activities.
Benefits
- Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount.
- Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan.
- Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave.
- And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Industry
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
